April 10th, 2019
April 11-14, 1-8 p.m.
Hawley Community Center, downtown Hawley, MN
Whouda thunk that Hawley would attract an array of artists whether they be a professional artist or student artist to this juried show? Juried by artist and Rourke Gallery curator Jonathan Rutter, a variety of media will be represented.
April 3rd, 2019
Thursday, April 11, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Plains Art Museum, 704 1st Ave N, Fargo
This one night only event will be held at the Katherine Kilbourne Center for Creativity at the Plains Art Museum. Using a mixture of techniques to design 4-6 planters, participants get to keep their favorite while the others will be donated to Plants for Patients (P4P). P4P is a pro-compassion organization that supports women who receive care at the Red River Women’s Clinic.
April 3rd, 2019
MSUM presents: Reefer Madness
April 10-13, 7:30 p.m.
Hansen Theatre stage, MSUM, Moorhead
Inspired by the original 1936 film of the same name, this musical comedy takes a tongue-in-cheek look at the hysteria caused when clean-cut kids fall prey to the “devil’s lettuce.” Follow their downward spiral filled with jazz music, sex and violence. A panel discussion with David Owen, Chairman of Legalize ND, and Andre Thom, Former Director of Compliance and Regulatory Affairs at Leafline…
April 3rd, 2019
Tuesday, April 9, 7:00 p.m.
Sanctuary Events Center, 670 4th Ave. N, Fargo
Did you know that April is jazz appreciation month? What a way to ring it in--or rather swing it in, than with the All-City Fargo High School Jazz Band Festival. The Kicks Band will host Fargo North, South and Davies HS Jazz Band.
April 3rd, 2019
April 4, 7:30 p.m., April 5, 10 a.m. & 7:30 p.m., April 6 @ 2 p.m.
Festival Concert Hall
This family-friendly musical is based on the novel Tuck Everlasting by Natalie Babbitt “good girl Winnie Foster” dreams of adventure--then she meets the Tucks, a family that stumbled upon a secret that brought them the gift of eternal life. Follow Winnie’s fight to protect the Tucks from those who would do anything to live forever. Tickets are available at ndsu.showare.com or by calling the NDSU…
April 3rd, 2019
Thursday, April 4, 7pm
TAK Music Venue, 1710 Center Avenue, Dilworth
Be sure to wear your boogie shoes because award-winning blues guitarist Hector Anchondo will be playing with his band this Thursday. Anchondo has an impressive resume, he’s played with legendary acts such as Styx, CCR, Johnny Winter, Marshal Tucker Band, just to name a few...
March 27th, 2019
Wednesday, April 3, 6-8:30 p.m.
111 N Broadway, Fargo
Learn and engage in conversation with Jason Sole (a decade-long criminal justice educator, author of Prison to Ph.D., social justice activist, and co-founder of the Humanize My Hoodie Movement). Leave with a better understanding of how to engage in your community and make your voice be heard!
March 27th, 2019
Monday, April 1, 6:30 p.m.
Zandbroz Variety, 420 N Broadway, Fargo
A series of essays in which Babine contemplates the intimate connections between food, family, and illness. And how, Babine asks as she bakes with her small niece and nephew, does a family create its own food culture across generations?
March 27th, 2019
Saturday, March 30, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Moorhead Center Mall, 510 Center Ave, Moorhead
Check out the spring farmers' market at the Moorhead Center Mall. This indoor event will feature pantry items, household goods, baked goods, art, hot food, and beverages. Shop with your favorite Red River Market vendors while enjoying live music and more.
March 27th, 2019
Saturday, March 30, 8 p.m.-12 a.m.
TAK Music Venue, 1710 Center Avenue, Dilworth
Identity Zero (formerly Life Below Zero-band) featuring WILDVIEW and Strange Co. This is an ages show, beer and wine are available, non-alcoholic beverages are also available and free pizza provided by the bands while supplies last.
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